[TMIC] Digital Removal
For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Thanks to all who responded to my bowel question.? I appreciate all of the advice including the humor.? Besides, if we can't have any fun what's the point.? Laurie in Baltimore -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.??? Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. ? Thanks for all those who answered delicately! ? Janice
RE: [TMIC] September birthdays
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OUR SEPTEMBER BABIES. HAVE A GREAT DAY AND HOPEFULLY A GREAT YEAR. PATTI - WISCONSIN From: Barbara H. [mailto:barbara...@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 10:51 PM To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: [TMIC] September birthdays Happy Birthday to the September kids -- back-to-school, beginning of fall kids! Please send any additions or corrections to tmic-l...@eskimo.com. 9/3/ Buddy Cohen (buddyco...@cs.com) 9/5 Mavis White (Errol's wife) (eamjwh...@bigpond.com ) 09-06-83 Jake DeGrand (judidegra...@yahoo.com) 9-8 Mary Davidson (keebe...@aol.com) 9/8/ Terry Parker (parkersw...@aol.com) 9-16 Mary Eden Cochran (coch6...@bellsouth.net) 9-17 Michael (mis...@austin.rr.com) 9-17 Bill Wimberly- (bwimbe...@bellsouth.net) 09/20 Rob Pall (robthe...@aol.com) 9-23 Karen (Mushroo) (mush...@juno.com)(mushr...@hotmail.com) 9-24 Suzi in Seattle (ss1...@aol.com) 9/26 Allen Rucker a...@allenrucker.com 9/30/53 Patti Enstrom (pge...@aol.com )
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
*Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
Re: [TMIC] In memoriam
*I'll be sure to remember her and send up some prayers for the family. September 9 is also my son's birthday, so I know that I won't forget.* On Mon, Aug 31, 2009 at 11:52 PM, Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com wrote: As I was preparing the birthday list for this month, I saw that Sept. 9 was Pam Montz.s birthday. For those who are new, Pam was a long-time faithful TMIC member who just passed away a few months ago. I'm sure her husband, Dave, would appreciate a note of remembrance. I think he still has Pam's e-mail address open at montzma...@aol.com. Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Just so long as there is not a secret handshake. :-D Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Grace M. grace...@gmail.com wrote: *Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
[TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
Good morning everybody, There was a lot of discussion in our group regarding vaccines a couple of years ago. It had been suggested that among other things, TM could be caused by the flu, a virus, whatever. Some of us were convinced of that and refused to take the vaccine. I haven't had one in four years. Others felt having checked with their doctors that we should have it and continued to get it. Question: What's going to happen now with the flu vaccine? Will some of us still be ambivalent? R
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
*Oh Barbara, I'm lauging so hard here that I'm in danger of having a pee accident. Secret Handshake?!?!? What a picture!* On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM, Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com wrote: Just so long as there is not a secret handshake. :-D Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Grace M. grace...@gmail.com wrote: *Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
RE: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
Personally I take a flu shot every year and a pneumonia shot every 3 years. I have been doing this every year I have had TM which in 3 weeks will be 12 years. I think it is a personal decision for each of us to make. I can tell you that both my regular Internist as well as Dr. Kerr have never had a problem with me getting the vaccinations. Lastly I cannot recall coming down with the flu ever since taking the vacine and I have never (other than a sore arm) had any side effects whatsoever. Rob in New Jersey From: Regina Rummel [mailto:regina...@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 10:31 AM To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine Good morning everybody, There was a lot of discussion in our group regarding vaccines a couple of years ago. It had been suggested that among other things, TM could be caused by the flu, a virus, whatever. Some of us were convinced of that and refused to take the vaccine. I haven't had one in four years. Others felt having checked with their doctors that we should have it and continued to get it. Question: What's going to happen now with the flu vaccine? Will some of us still be ambivalent? R
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
-Original message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 02:04:55 -0400 To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! Janice, don't feel horrible. Your question was valid. I had to (The Devil made me do it) put a little spin on the answer. I'm sorry if I embarrassed you. Bowel Movement discussions are important as I believe we all have problems, and questions, from time to time. There are books (Long books) written on the subject. the major problems encountered relate to fecal dehydration, motility and peristalsis. Dehydration turns turds into rocks- not good. motility is enhanced by using bulking agents and mineral oil. And peristalsis is activated by rectal suppositories or prunes, or other OTC products like that chocolate stuff we used to mix in the chocolate icing to give that special person a special treat. So we need to drink at least a quart of water a day. Eat lots of Bulk (Veges and meds like lactulose), and prunes or the equivalent . I hope that helps, and it is true that hypnosis does help (Close your eyes and imagine the long train emerging from the dark tunnel) F
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
*Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* You are never alone. Let's call it the TMIC- BM We'd all be Bowel members or BM. A long time ago. Some person on the playground called me a piece of sh*t, an Ass H*le. I retorted, At least I have a function, a purpose- You're just a swollen Hemorrhoid !! F
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
I'm in line with you Laura Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably . And never regret anything that made you smile. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. - Original Message - From: laura eichler laura.eich...@gmail.com To: Regina Rummel regina...@sbcglobal.net, tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:33:21 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine Personally I wouldn't touch the swine flu vaccine with a ten foot pole. To each his own though. :-) On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 10:30 AM, Regina Rummel regina...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Good morning everybody, There was a lot of discussion in our group regarding vaccines a couple of years ago. It had been suggested that among other things, TM could be caused by the flu, a virus, whatever. Some of us were convinced of that and refused to take the vaccine. I haven't had one in four years. Others felt having checked with their doctors that we should have it and continued to get it. Question: What's going to happen now with the flu vaccine? Will some of us still be ambivalent? R -- Laura www.photographybylauraann.com
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Oh no, no, no Janicethere was absolutely nothing wrong with your question. We DO talk about everything on this list and any concern is a valid one. I got silly with Frank because I've known him for about 12 yearsand know his sense of humor. I read what he wrote about the prunes and wish they would work that way for me. I can eat half a bag of dried prunes and they won't work for me.but if I warm 6 oz. of prune juice in the microwave it works in about 3 or so hours. I haven't tried stewed prunes...maybe that's the difference. As for digital removal ...when I was first paralyzed the last thing I thought about was the fact that I wasn't having a bowel movement. I was dealing with hospitals, chiropractors, doctors, and so onand wondering why I was paralyzed in the first place. Finally it dawned on me..9 days later.I spent 2-1/2 hours in the bathroom taking care of the problem myself so I wouldn't have to have a doctor do it for me. Trust meI know how you feel. Hugs, Lynn
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Now I KNOW I would have loved being your nurse Jeanne ---Original Message--- From: fr...@franksheldon.com Date: 9/1/2009 10:50:24 AM To: Grace M.; Laurie Zissimos Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal *Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* You are never alone. Let's call it the TMIC- BM We'd all be Bowel members or BM. A long time ago. Some person on the playground called me a piece of sh*t, an Ass H*le. I retorted, At least I have a function, a purpose- You're just a swollen Hemorrhoid !! F 01.jpg01_header.gif
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
I'm with Laura and Candy. I wound up paralyzed from the flu shot I received 12 years ago so I won't be getting the swine flu vaccine either...! By the way, I haven't had the flu or a cold for 12 years. I take supplements and really keep up my levels of Vitamin D3that stuff is a gold mine and it's not expensive. The reason people get the flu in the winter is not because of the cold weatherit's because they don't get enough sunshinethat's what it takes for our bodies to make vitamin D3. Hugs, Lynn
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
*Hi Lynne, * *Stewed prunes sometimes work for me also. Whenever I am hospitalised, I usually have them twice a day. Since I'm now mobile and out and about though, I don't use them quite as often as I tend to have accidents. If I can be sure that I will not have to go out, and that no one will be stopping over, then I use them. It doesn't eliminate the need for digi-stim totally, but makes the process much easier. * *Gracie* --
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
*Hi Regina, * ** *I won't be getting it as I attempt to avoid anything that is invasive, even a simple shot. I've been kept in an immuno-compromised state for the last four and a half years. Luckily, I've only been really ill twice, both times with pneumonia that responded well to oral antibiotics. Knock wood that I'll continue to have good luck. * ** *Gracie*
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
Lynn, you are so right on the Vit. D. I also take doses of Vit. D and calcium. I take unusually high doses of Vit. D daily and weekly because I only have 1/2 of the min. Vit. D in my blood test. But, since taking the high doses of Vit. D, my Lupus and Sjogren's hasn't acted up and the added bonus has been only 1 or 2 colds in the 3 years. I use to have at least 1 cold every 2 or 3 months - which Dr. said was allergies but now I wonder. I never once had the doctors request blood test for vit. levels. It is VERY important to also have bone scans done - both women and men. In 3 years with TM, I went from a low normal bone mass reading to a severe bone loss reading especially of the spine. Now I'm taking daily shots of Forteo to hopefully build the bones back up. During the whole time I was taking Boniva but still experienced the bone mass loss. Most of my problems stem from an ileostomy (complete removal of large intestine and rectum) and I don't absorb alot of the vit. and minerals from foods nor vitamins so I have to take high doses internally. Most vitamins are made to take internally and not by injection, I do wish there were more. I do have bladder issues but because of the ileostomy, no BM problems. I also don't have weight problems and eat just about anything in any quantities that I like. I can also lose 3 to 5 lbs. within a couple of days. However, I have to watch for diarrhea and becoming dehydrated. So in some ways the ileostomy is a blessing but in the vast majority it isn't. Oh well, you win some and lose some! Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably . And never regret anything that made you smile. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. - Original Message - From: roseofr...@aol.com To: cakal...@embarqmail.com, tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2009 12:40:17 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine I'm with Laura and Candy. I wound up paralyzed from the flu shot I received 12 years ago so I won't be getting the swine flu vaccine either...! By the way, I haven't had the flu or a cold for 12 years. I take supplements and really keep up my levels of Vitamin D3that stuff is a gold mine and it's not expensive. The reason people get the flu in the winter is not because of the cold weatherit's because they don't get enough sunshinethat's what it takes for our bodies to make vitamin D3. Hugs, Lynn
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Frank - I LOVE that come back! I'll have to remember it! Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably . And never regret anything that made you smile. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. - Original Message - From: fr...@franksheldon.com To: Grace M. grace...@gmail.com, Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:50:16 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal *Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* You are never alone. Let's call it the TMIC- BM We'd all be Bowel members or BM. A long time ago. Some person on the playground called me a piece of sh*t, an Ass H*le. I retorted, At least I have a function, a purpose- You're just a swollen Hemorrhoid !! F
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
You guys crack me up!! Debi W TM @ T4 Spastic Paraplegic ---Original Message--- From: Grace M. Date: 9/1/2009 8:33:05 AM To: Barbara H. Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal Oh Barbara, I'm lauging so hard here that I'm in danger of having a pee accident. Secret Handshake?!?!? What a picture! On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM, Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com wrote: Just so long as there is not a secret handshake. :-D Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Grace M. grace...@gmail.com wrote: Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-) -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice Spiral_notebook.jpg
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question
Laura, I too find that the flaxseed capsules work, I take 3 daily and things seem to flow. Flaxseed is good for you. http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed Catherine From: Patricia Cooley patticoo...@wi.rr.com To: Laura Beaudin laura.beau...@gmail.com; Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 10:42:51 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I ALSO HAVE BLADDER AND BOWEL ISSUES. THINGS MOVE DOWN ON THEIR OWN, BUT THEN AFTER THAT I HAVE NO CONTROL. I HAVE BEEN USING DIGITAL REMOVAL AND IT SEEMS TO WORK FINE. I ALMOST ALWAYS HAVE A MOVEMENT WHEN I SIT DOWN TO URNINATE. I WAS TAKING STOOL SOFTENERS FOR SEVERAL DAYS AND THEN GIVE MY BODY A REST. LATELY I HAVE BEEN TAKING 3 CAPSULES OF FLAXSEED OIL WITH OMEGA 3 AND ONE ACIDOPHILUS TABLETS. SINCE TAKING THE ACIDOFLUS EACH MORNING, I NO LONGER NEED THE STOOL SOFTTENERS AND HAVE A MOVEMENT EACH DAY, AND SOMETIMES MORE. I KNOW WE ARE ALL DIFFERENT AND THINGS DON'T WORK THE SAME FOR EACH OF US, BUT IT IS WORTH A TRY. GOOD LUCK PATTI IN WISCONSIN -Original Message- From: Laura Beaudin [mailto:laura.beau...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 7:16 PM To: Laurie Zissimos Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question Laurie... How have things gone since stopping those meds? I'm on a bowel routine...I don't have much control. Without a suppository, things don't move when I need them to...which is when the nurse shows up to help me. WIthout it, I'd go..but it would be incontinence...not where it needs to go. BTW..this replying automatically to sender instead of the list is very frustrating! Frank...your reply went to me instead of the list. Laura On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 3:08 PM, Laurie Zissimoslziss...@aol.com wrote: I'm 52 and I have had TM for 3.5 years. I'm a T-10 (originally a T-7) and with intense PT, I have been able to regain 70% functionality. I get around with a walker in the house and for short jaunts like a doctors appt or a restaurant. For longer journey's I have to use the wheel chair. I am on Lyrica for the pain and Ditropan XL for bladder control. I have tried stool softeners, laxatives, fiber, Miralax and Calm Cure. Last week I stopped all of it because I felt I was taking too much medicine and wasn't getting the right results. Hope that helps. Laurie in Baltimore -Original Message- From: fr...@franksheldon.com fr...@franksheldon.com To: Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sun, Aug 30, 2009 4:55 pm Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I feel the need to have a bowel movement each time I stand up. Verry Interesting !! I usually get that feeling when I sit down. Are you regular? What meds are you using for your intestines and bowels now? How old are you? Do you enjoy italian food? Excuse Me, I know better, but get asking questions and have trouble stopping whether I'm sitting or standing. Maybe you should see your local medical doctor, and have a rectal exam and stool examination for blood. TTFN pHranq3ue -- Laura http://practical-homeschooling.org http://www.flickr.com/photos/khaleeka
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question
Thanks Catherine, I've decided to try the raw vegan diet for 30 days to see if I can manage it. If so, I hope to try coming off many of my meds, or at least cutting back. This will naturally push me to intake much more fiber, which will get things moving...now if I can sprout a longer arm, I can ditch the nurse... Laura On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 12:29 PM, Catherinecamoa...@yahoo.com wrote: Laura, I too find that the flaxseed capsules work, I take 3 daily and things seem to flow. Flaxseed is good for you. http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed Catherine From: Patricia Cooley patticoo...@wi.rr.com To: Laura Beaudin laura.beau...@gmail.com; Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, August 31, 2009 10:42:51 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I ALSO HAVE BLADDER AND BOWEL ISSUES. THINGS MOVE DOWN ON THEIR OWN, BUT THEN AFTER THAT I HAVE NO CONTROL. I HAVE BEEN USING DIGITAL REMOVAL AND IT SEEMS TO WORK FINE. I ALMOST ALWAYS HAVE A MOVEMENT WHEN I SIT DOWN TO URNINATE. I WAS TAKING STOOL SOFTENERS FOR SEVERAL DAYS AND THEN GIVE MY BODY A REST. LATELY I HAVE BEEN TAKING 3 CAPSULES OF FLAXSEED OIL WITH OMEGA 3 AND ONE ACIDOPHILUS TABLETS. SINCE TAKING THE ACIDOFLUS EACH MORNING, I NO LONGER NEED THE STOOL SOFTTENERS AND HAVE A MOVEMENT EACH DAY, AND SOMETIMES MORE. I KNOW WE ARE ALL DIFFERENT AND THINGS DON'T WORK THE SAME FOR EACH OF US, BUT IT IS WORTH A TRY. GOOD LUCK PATTI IN WISCONSIN -Original Message- From: Laura Beaudin [mailto:laura.beau...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 7:16 PM To: Laurie Zissimos Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question Laurie... How have things gone since stopping those meds? I'm on a bowel routine...I don't have much control. Without a suppository, things don't move when I need them to...which is when the nurse shows up to help me. WIthout it, I'd go..but it would be incontinence...not where it needs to go. BTW..this replying automatically to sender instead of the list is very frustrating! Frank...your reply went to me instead of the list. Laura On Sun, Aug 30, 2009 at 3:08 PM, Laurie Zissimoslziss...@aol.com wrote: I'm 52 and I have had TM for 3.5 years. I'm a T-10 (originally a T-7) and with intense PT, I have been able to regain 70% functionality. I get around with a walker in the house and for short jaunts like a doctors appt or a restaurant. For longer journey's I have to use the wheel chair. I am on Lyrica for the pain and Ditropan XL for bladder control. I have tried stool softeners, laxatives, fiber, Miralax and Calm Cure. Last week I stopped all of it because I felt I was taking too much medicine and wasn't getting the right results. Hope that helps. Laurie in Baltimore -Original Message- From: fr...@franksheldon.com fr...@franksheldon.com To: Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sun, Aug 30, 2009 4:55 pm Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I feel the need to have a bowel movement each time I stand up. Verry Interesting !! I usually get that feeling when I sit down. Are you regular? What meds are you using for your intestines and bowels now? How old are you? Do you enjoy italian food? Excuse Me, I know better, but get asking questions and have trouble stopping whether I'm sitting or standing. Maybe you should see your local medical doctor, and have a rectal exam and stool examination for blood. TTFN pHranq3ue -- Laura http://practical-homeschooling.org http://www.flickr.com/photos/khaleeka -- Laura http://practical-homeschooling.org http://www.flickr.com/photos/khaleeka
Re: [TMIC] September birthdays
Pam Montz' birthday would have been on the 9th and I know her husband (Dan) is still having a hard time dealing with his loss and would always welcome a hello. He still has the address _montzma...@aol.com_ (mailto:montzma...@aol.com) Ella
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
I read what he wrote about the prunes and wish they would work that way for me. I can eat half a bag of dried prunes and they won't work for me.but if I warm 6 oz. of prune juice in the microwave it works in about 3 or so hours. I haven't tried stewed prunes...maybe that's the difference. Stewed prunes or souffle are the way to go. Dry prunes are ok but not as effective. My memory is going... I can't seem to remember to bring the recipe into the computer. F
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
The reason people get the flu in the winter is not because of the cold weatherit's because they don't get enough sunshinethat's what it takes for our bodies to make vitamin D3. Hugs, Lynn The Government paid for a study of why the flu and other viruses are more prevalent in the winter. There was only a slight correlation with people indoors more. F
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question
I have a great recipe for breakfast muffins that has lots of Flax seed, dried fruit,and other healthy stuff. We eat many muffins and give the rest away to our neighbors. F
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
FRANK I JUST LOVE YOUR WAY WITH WORDS. JANE
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
YOU DID IT AGAIN!! JANE-- LAUGHING OUT LOUD
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Frank - quick thinking!!! Janice - Original Message - From: fr...@franksheldon.com To: Grace M. grace...@gmail.com; Laurie Zissimos lziss...@aol.com Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 10:50 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal *Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-)* You are never alone. Let's call it the TMIC- BM We'd all be Bowel members or BM. A long time ago. Some person on the playground called me a piece of sh*t, an Ass H*le. I retorted, At least I have a function, a purpose- You're just a swollen Hemorrhoid !! F
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Frank, you did not embarass me. It is just that you would think a 62-year old woman would put 2 + 2 together quicker, but every time I saw the word, I just couldn't figure out what it was. I blame things like that on my meds. Also, thanks for the explanation below - it does help.Problem is, my body doesn't operate that way, so don't understand all the jibe. Janice - Original Message - From: fr...@franksheldon.com To: Janice jan...@centurytel.net; tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 8:45 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal -Original message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 02:04:55 -0400 To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! Janice, don't feel horrible. Your question was valid. I had to (The Devil made me do it) put a little spin on the answer. I'm sorry if I embarrassed you. Bowel Movement discussions are important as I believe we all have problems, and questions, from time to time. There are books (Long books) written on the subject. the major problems encountered relate to fecal dehydration, motility and peristalsis. Dehydration turns turds into rocks- not good. motility is enhanced by using bulking agents and mineral oil. And peristalsis is activated by rectal suppositories or prunes, or other OTC products like that chocolate stuff we used to mix in the chocolate icing to give that special person a special treat. So we need to drink at least a quart of water a day. Eat lots of Bulk (Veges and meds like lactulose), and prunes or the equivalent . I hope that helps, and it is true that hypnosis does help (Close your eyes and imagine the long train emerging from the dark tunnel) F
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
Ugh!!! - Original Message - From: Grace M. To: Barbara H. Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 10:32 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal Oh Barbara, I'm lauging so hard here that I'm in danger of having a pee accident. Secret Handshake?!?!? What a picture! On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM, Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com wrote: Just so long as there is not a secret handshake. :-D Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Grace M. grace...@gmail.com wrote: Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-) -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question
Frank - do your neighbors know what to expect with those muffins?!?! Janice - Original Message - From: fr...@franksheldon.com To: Catherine camoa...@yahoo.com; Laura Beaudin laura.beau...@gmail.com; Transverse Mylitis Group tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 3:19 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I have a great recipe for breakfast muffins that has lots of Flax seed, dried fruit,and other healthy stuff. We eat many muffins and give the rest away to our neighbors. F
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
I thought that they were encouraging those with autoimmune deficiencies to get the shot.I was not in on the discussions a few years ago.My doc made sure that I had my flu shots the last couple of years - he believes in them for TM. Janice - Original Message - From: Regina Rummel To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 9:30 AM Subject: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine Good morning everybody, There was a lot of discussion in our group regarding vaccines a couple of years ago. It had been suggested that among other things, TM could be caused by the flu, a virus, whatever. Some of us were convinced of that and refused to take the vaccine. I haven't had one in four years. Others felt having checked with their doctors that we should have it and continued to get it. Question: What's going to happen now with the flu vaccine? Will some of us still be ambivalent? R
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
Lyn, Are you saying that your flu shot gave you TM?Have they proven that? Janice - Original Message - From: roseofr...@aol.com To: cakal...@embarqmail.com ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 11:40 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine I'm with Laura and Candy. I wound up paralyzed from the flu shot I received 12 years ago so I won't be getting the swine flu vaccine either...! By the way, I haven't had the flu or a cold for 12 years. I take supplements and really keep up my levels of Vitamin D3that stuff is a gold mine and it's not expensive. The reason people get the flu in the winter is not because of the cold weatherit's because they don't get enough sunshinethat's what it takes for our bodies to make vitamin D3. Hugs, Lynn --
Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine
...But TM and MS are not because of an immunodeficiency..the problem is that the immune system is TOO strong and attacking itself. I rarely get sick and even after 5 months of full-time cathing, I've yet to get a UTI-though I use the clean method, not sterile. Laura Sent on the TELUS Mobility network with BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 21:43:46 To: Regina Rummelregina...@sbcglobal.net; tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine I thought that they were encouraging those with autoimmune deficiencies to get the shot.I was not in on the discussions a few years ago.My doc made sure that I had my flu shots the last couple of years - he believes in them for TM. Janice - Original Message - From: Regina Rummel To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 9:30 AM Subject: [TMIC] Swine flu vaccine Good morning everybody, There was a lot of discussion in our group regarding vaccines a couple of years ago. It had been suggested that among other things, TM could be caused by the flu, a virus, whatever. Some of us were convinced of that and refused to take the vaccine. I haven't had one in four years. Others felt having checked with their doctors that we should have it and continued to get it. Question: What's going to happen now with the flu vaccine? Will some of us still be ambivalent? R
Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal
You all have me laughing so hard!!! I have not had such a good laugh in years. I'll be laughing the next time I'm in trouble eh? Catherine From: Grace M. grace...@gmail.com To: Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com Cc: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:32:48 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Digital Removal Oh Barbara, I'm lauging so hard here that I'm in danger of having a pee accident. Secret Handshake?!?!? What a picture! On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:22 AM, Barbara H. barbara...@gmail.com wrote: Just so long as there is not a secret handshake. :-D Barbara H. http://barbarah.wordpress.com/ On Tue, Sep 1, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Grace M. grace...@gmail.com wrote: Guys, I was just so happy to see that others have to use the digi-stim method. It gets real lonely out here. We gotta start a club! ;-) -Original Message- From: Janice jan...@centurytel.net To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net Sent: Tue, Sep 1, 2009 2:04 am Subject: [TMIC] Digital Removal For all of you that responded and those of you that just read and laughed, I feel like a real dummy! But, having said that, it is a rule with this group that ANY questions are answered to the best of our ability.Admittedly, most are more intelligent.Hopefully, will do better in the future. Thanks for all those who answered delicately! Janice
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question
Frank, You are so thoughtful and funny as all Hates!! I have not laughed that hard in a long time! You are a doctor with a wonderful personality. I would love to have a copy of your muffins and souflee' if possible. Thank You, Catherine From: fr...@franksheldon.com fr...@franksheldon.com To: Catherine camoa...@yahoo.com; Laura Beaudin laura.beau...@gmail.com; Transverse Mylitis Group tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, September 1, 2009 4:19:00 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Bowel Question I have a great recipe for breakfast muffins that has lots of Flax seed, dried fruit,and other healthy stuff. We eat many muffins and give the rest away to our neighbors. F
